Author: KMAN Staff

Troy Coverdale has Tuesday morning’s latest from the K-State camp as the Wildcats get ready to match up with N.C. State Thursday in Orlando. Pop-Tarts Bowl Updates are sponsored by Commerce Bank, Farm Bureau Financial Services Agent Joe Wilson in Manhattan and WholeHealth MHK.

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As the 2023 school year comes to a close, Superintendents Joan Simoneau of USD 323, and Rob McKim of USD 320, reflect on the year and preview what they are looking forward to in 2024. Simoneau emphasized the importance work her district has done in 2023 on helping young students improve their reading skills district-wide: McKim discusses how, administratively, his job is beginning to slow down for him as he continues to settle into the new role and moves into the new year: Simoneau notes the important work her district has done on their strategic plan as the look forward…

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Officers filed a report for theft and criminal use of a financial card in the 1100 block of Bluemont Avenue in Manhattan on December 21, 2023, around 9:58 AM. Officers listed Rickels Liquor and a 58-year-old female as the victims when it was reported two unknown suspects fraudulently bought liquor with the victim’s credit card. The estimated total loss associated with this case is approximately $709.40. Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers. Using Crime Stoppers allows you to remain anonymous and could qualify you for a cash reward of up to $1,000. Officers filed a report for theft and criminal…

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00:00 – “Next, best chance” – Cats vs. Witchita State tonight 16:59 – Signing Day aftermath 27:53 – WBB Coach Jeff Mittie 38:44 – Tyreek Hill 00:00 – MitchPom vs. Wichita State 12:23 – Noise about Florida State & realignment 28:24 – Ask Us Anything

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The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce has launched a new loan program designed to support small business growth in the Manhattan area in 2024. The new Elevate Micro-Loan Program enables entrepreneurs to have access to small loans up to $15,000 with 4% interest rates and 36-month repayment to qualifying businesses in the city limits of Manhattan. President of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Jason Smith breaks down some of the specific financial details worked out with the City Commission: Smith emphasized the importance of being an supportive, entrepreneurial community: While the Chamber has just launched its new Elevate Micro-Loan…

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Officers filed a report for fraud/worthless check/theft in the 700 block of Pecan Circle in Manhattan on December 20, 2023, around 10:51 AM. Officers listed Dehart Plumbing as the victim when it was reported two known suspects used a fake cashier’s check to pay for services. The estimated total loss associated with this case is estimated to be $13,540. Officers filed a report for theft in the 1500 block of Fairchild Avenue in Manhattan on December 20, 2023, around 12:54 PM. Officers listed a 35-year-old male and a 26-year-old female as the victims when it was reported an unknown suspect…

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The 12th annual Manhattan Community Christmas Dinner will be back to provide another meal on Christmas Day this year. The event averages approximately 50 volunteers every year who oversee the cooking and distribution of hundreds of free meals to members of the Manhattan Community. Event organizer Karen Paulus explains. Tiffany Oppelt with TheraPie is also helping make pie shells for the various pies that will be made for the event. Officials are hoping to feed approximately 500 individuals. The Christmas Dinner will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. On Christmas Day at St. Thomas More Parish Hall. You…

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